University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP)

UMAP Discovery Camp 2016 University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP)

1. Name of Project: UMAP Discovery Camp 2016 2. Organizer: Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Philippines De La Salle University (DLSU), Philippines Lyceum of the Philippines (LPU), Batangas Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), Philippines 3. Dates: July 30 - August 7, 2016 4. Venues: De La Salle University (DLSU), Philippines Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU-B), Batangas Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU), Philippines

5. Theme of the UMAP Discovery Camp 2016: Building Environmental and Cultural Awareness in the Asia Pacific Region, Through Philippine Indigenous Environment, Culture and Arts

6. Rationale and Background

The effects of climate change are here and now. After being provided scientific information by leading scientists worldwide, we are now feeling its full wrath. The Asia Pacific Region and the rest of the world witnessed how Typhoon Haiyan (Local name, Yolanda) wreaked havoc in several Provinces in Southern Philippines back in 2013. More recently, Tropical Cyclone Winston said to have been the most powerful in the Southern Hemisphere hit hard the island state of Fiji.

The challenge for us in this part of the world is not necessarily for residents to become more environmentally aware, but how to be more climates resilient. Given the tons of scientific data as well as simplified climate related information available on social media, how do we make sure that these will help us to be better prepared to face climate realities? In a culturally diverse region, how can we now see our differences and similarities, using the lens of climate resiliency?

Higher education institutions play a major role in preparing the youth to face this challenge. Hence, the Philippines is hosting of the UMAP Discovery Camp 2016 with the theme “Building Environmental and Cultural Awareness in the Asia Pacific Region, through Philippine Indigenous Environment, Culture and Arts.” Bringing together 50 university students from Asia Pacific countries, this two-week interactive, educational camp is designed to enhance the participants’ Knowledge, Skills and Attitude on the concepts on Climate Realities and Resiliency, as well as experience and appreciate cultural diversity in the arts, cuisine, music and dance. 1 6. Objectives a. To provide a venue and an opportunity where university students can experience a meaningful and enjoyable exchange of significant information on relevant environmental issues in our society b. To gain knowledge and understanding of the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines and the unique culture of its indigenous people c. To build a strong community promoting the UMAP programs and activities d. To promote friendship and cooperation among the youth in the Asia Pacific regions

7. Participants: a. 30 international students (UMAP Member countries) b. 20 local students (UMAP Member HEIs in the Philippines)

8. Qualifications and Requirements: a. A bonafide student of a UMAP Member university/college b. Age, between 18-23 years old, as of July 15, 2016 c. Must possess a good command of the English language d. Friendly personality and willingness to participate and contribute to the UMAP Discovery Program e. Leadership and enthusiasm for learning new things f. Special talents and skills will be an advantage g. Physically fit to travel

9. Financial Support:

All expenses during the program (accommodations, local transportation and meals), will be provided by the Commission on Higher Education, Philippines.

The cost of travel and other expenses incurred from the home university to the UMAP Discovery venue are the full responsibility of the participants. Participants are likewise responsible for their own medical/travel insurance coverage.

10. Schedule of Activities: (Please refer below) 11. Group, Plenary Sessions and Types of Activities: a. Forum Workshop and Field Trip on Environment and Climate Resiliency b. Forum Workshop on Arts and Dance c. Forum Workshop and Study Visit on Philippine Cuisine and Arts d. Heritage Tour e. Cultural Presentations f. Mini-Presentations on Local Indigenous Environment, Culture and Arts 2 12. Expected Outcomes: a. Global skills and Cross-cultural communication skills b. Multi-cultural competence c. Environmental awareness, in relation to marine protection

d. Multi-cultural adaptability and climate resiliency

13. Dates to remember: Deadline of Application Submission June 24, 2016 Announcement of Accepted Applicants July 1, 2016 Deadline of Online Confirmation Registration July 8, 2016

14. For any inquiries, please contact: Atty. Lily Freida M. Milla Director III International Affairs Staff Commission on Higher Education UMAP National Secretariat, Philippines Tel/Fax: +63 2 441 07 50 Email: [email protected]; [email protected]

3 PROGRAMME

Draft Program UMAP Discovery Camp 2016 July 30 - August 7, 2016 Philippines

DAY 1 Saturday 30 July 2016 Arrival of All Delegates Check in at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle, Manila, Philippines Welcome DINNER and UMAP Night at International Hall, Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle, Manila, Philippines Dress Code: Smart Casual

DAY 2 Sunday 31 July 2016 Metro Manila Tour Dress Code: Casual Wear

Metro Manila or Metropolitan Manila is the national capital region of the Philippines located in Luzon, one of the three main geographical divisions of the country. It’s a megacity with a huge appetite for fun. From its historic neighbourhoods to the outrageous housing developments, Metro Manila is a maze of vibrant energy with bits of calm in between. Weave your way through this mighty megalopolis, made up of 16 cities which are Caloocan, Las Piñas, Makati, Malabon, Mandaluyong, Manila, Marikina, Muntinlupa, Navotas, Parañaque, Pasay, Pasig, Quezon, San Juan, Taguig, Valenzuela, and Pateros.

In Manila, the participants will be visiting the Luneta Park, Intramuros, Casa Manila, National Museum and Ayala Museum.

DAY 3 Monday 1 August 2016 Workshop: Ensuring Climate Resiliency through Education and Culture Dress Code: Smart Casual 7:00-8:00am BREAKFAST 8:00-8:30am Registration of participants Secretariat

4 8:30- 9:00 am Opening Ceremonies

National Anthem Ecumenical Prayer Opening Number

Welcome and Opening Remarks Br. Raymundo Suplido FSC, President DLSU

Presentation of Conference Ms. Ma. Lourdes Melegrito, Objectives Conference Chair

Introduction of the First Speaker Ms. Glorife Samodio, Conference Co-Chairperson 9:00-10:00 am Ensuring Climate Resiliency through Atty. Lucille Karen Malilong, Education and Culture Chair, Cultural Heritage Committee, National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) 10:00-10:10 am SNACKS 10:10-10:15 am Introduction of the Second Speaker Ms. Glorife Samodio, Conference Co-Chairperson 10:15-11:15am Linking Culture and Disaster and Risk Ms. Easterluna Canoy Management through the Lens of the Executive Director, Kitanglad Indigenous People: The Mt. Kitanglad Integrated NGOs (KIN); and Experience Mr. Waway Saway Talaandig Artist and Environmental Advocate

11:15-11:20pm Introduction of the Third Speaker Ms. Glorife Samodio, Conference Co-Chairperson 11:20-12:00 NN Role of the Campus Sustainability Mr. Antonio Maralit, Office in Climate Resiliency Director, Campus Sustainability Office, DLSU 12:00-1:00pm LUNCH 1:00-1:30pm Performance De La Salle Innersoul 1:30-1:35pm Introduction of the Fourth Speaker Ms. Glorife Samodio, Conference Co-Chairperson

5 1:35-2:15 pm Role of Mangroves as an appropriate Mr. Mark Joseph Tinao, Climate Adaptation Strategy: A Coordinator Campus milestone of the Lasallian One Million Sustainability Office, DLSU Trees and Beyond (OMTB) Project 2:15-2:30 pm OPEN FORUM 2:30-2:40pm Instructions for the Small Group Ms. Glorife Samodio, Discussion Conference Co-Chairperson 2:40-3:30pm Small Group Discussion ERIO and CAO coordinators as Group facilitators 3:30-3:45pm SNACKS 3:45-4:30pm Plenary presentation of groups 4:30-4:45pm Instructions for the Field Visit to Lian, Mr. Mark Joseph Tinao, Batangas Coordinator Campus Sustainability Office, DLSU 4:45-5:00pm Closing Remarks Dr. Alvin Culaba, Executive Director, External Relations and Internationalization Office, DLSU 630-8:00pm DINNER DAY 4 Tuesday 2 August 2016 Workshop: Ensuring Climate Resiliency through Education and Culture Dress Code: Casual Wear (AM) Swimming Clothes (PM) Two-Night Accommodation Stay: Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas Dormitory

5:00-5:30am Assembly at DLSU South Gate 5:30-8:30am Travel from DLSU Manila to Lian, Batangas 8:30-9:00am Mangrove Orientation by the Mr. Alvin Jonson, Head, Municipal Environment and Natural MENRO Resources Office (MENRO)

9:00-9:30am Activity Do’s and Don’ts Mr. Ariel Casihan, President, Kingfisher Association 9:30-11:30am Mangrove Activity Mr. Mark Joseph Tinao, Coordinator, Campus Sustainability Office, DLSU 11:30-12:00nn Wash up 12:00-1:30pm Solidarity LUNCH

6 1:30-2:30pm Processing of activity 2:30- 2:45pm Instructions for the next day’s activity 2:45 – 5:30pm Travel from Lian, Batangas to Batangas City, Batangas 5:30-630pm Arrival and Check in at Lyceum of the Philippines Dormitory 630-8:00pm DINNER Day 5 Wednesday 3 August 2016 Forum Workshop on Arts and Dance Venue: Lyceum of the Philippines University Batangas Dress Code: Smart Casual

7:00-8:00 am BREAKFAST 8:00- 8:05 am Doxology LPU Vocal Harmonics 8:06- 8:10 am Opening Remarks Dr. Esmenia R. Javier, Executive Vice President & Vice President for Academics and Research, LPU-B 8:11- 8:15 am Message Dr. Peter P. Laurel University President, LPU-B

8:16- 8:20 am Statement of Purpose Dr. Leon R. Ramos Jr. Executive Director, Linkages and International Affairs 8:21- 8:25 am Introduction of the First Speaker Dr. Reynalda Garcia Dean, College of Education, Arts and Sciences 8:26- 8:55 am Understanding Arts and its role in Ferdinand Isleta ASEAN Integration from the Head, Art Section, NCCA perspective of a Cultural Worker 8:56-9:00 am Intermission Number Lyceum Dance Machine 9:00-9:30 am Break 9:30-9:45 am Workshop 1 9:46-9:50 am Introduction of the Second Speaker Dr. Roselie B. Alday Dean, College of Computer Studies 9:51-10:15 am Dance as an integral part of Culture, Josefina Guillen Customs and Traditions and its Chair, National Committee 7 Contribution to Building Global on Dance, NCCA Competitiveness 10:16-10:30 am Workshop 2 10:31-10 35 am Intermission Number Lahing Batangan Dance Troupe 10:36-10:40 am Introduction of the Third Speaker Mr. Joseph Deligero Director, Strategic Communications and Alumni Affairs 10:41-11: 00 am Commonalities of Movements, Dance Marciano Viri and Music of Asian Dances Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group 11:01-11:15 am Workshop 3 11:16-11: 20 am Intermission Number Vianne Lejero Tuklas Tinig 2015 Champion 11:21- 11:30 am Recap of AM Session 11:31- 1:00 pm LUNCH 1:01-1:15 pm Ice breaker 1:16- 1:20 pm Introduction of the Fourth Speaker Dr. Maribeth G. Buenviaje Dean, College of Business Administration 1:21-1:45 pm Introduction to the Diverse and Rodel Fronda Colourful Philippine Dances President, Philippine Folk Dance Society 1:46-2:00 pm Workshop 4 2:01- 2:05 pm Intermission Number Okiyo Godbless Funebi Champion, Foreign Students Got Talent 2:06-2:10 pm Introduction of the Fifth Speaker Dr. Conrado I. Dotong Head, Planning and Quality Assurance Office Dean, College of Engineering 2:11-2:30 pm Arts as Common Knowledge Ronnie Mirabuena Chief, Audience Development Cultural Center of the Philippines 2:31- 2:45 pm Workshop 5 2:46- 3:00 pm Intermission Number Lyceum Music Box

8 3:01- 3:30 pm Break 3:31- 3:45 pm Recap of PM Session 3:46- 3:50 pm Photo Opportunity 3:51- 4:00 pm Closing Remarks 4:01- 7:00 pm Free Time 7:01 onwards DINNER

DAY 6 Thursday 4 August 2016 Heritage Tour Venue: Batangas City Dress Code: Casual Wear

Batangas is located Southwestern of Luzon in the Philippines. It has 31 municipalities and three cities. The Batangueños’ (local residents) dialect is Tagalog, the main language most Filipinos use. English is well understood and spoken by most of the natives. Local Metro Manila residents and tourists make Batangas their favorite get away destination because it is only a 2-3 hour drive from Manila.

The UMAP Discovery Camp participants will drop by Don Gregorio Agoncillo “White House,” San Nicolas Ruins (First Taal Church), St. Martin de Tours Basilica, Galleria Taal, Our Lady of Caysasay Church, Sta. Lucia Well, Taal Public Market and Casa Villavicencio.

7:30-8:30 am BREAKFAST 8:30-9:00 am Assembly and Departure for Taal, Batangas 10:00-10:05 am Arrive in Taal, Batangas

10:05-10:55 am Don Gregorio Agoncillo Colonial The stately American Residence colonial contains a collection of beautiful hardwood antique furniture pieces and priceless personal artifacts. This house is lovingly preserved by the Don Gregorio Agoncillo Foundation in honor of Gregorio’s daughter Corazon Agoncillo, a great 9 benefactress of Taal. 10:55-11:30 am San Nicolas Ruins (First Taal Church) The church was built in 1575 under Augustinian Friar, Fr. Diego Espina. It was left in ruins after the Taal Volcano’s violent eruption in 1754. 11:30-11:50 am Taal Lake (View the Taal Volcano and Lake for photo-ops) 11:50-12:15 pm St. Martin de Tours Basilica This magnificent ‘larger than life’ historical monument is named after the patron saint of Taal, Saint Martin de Tours, whose fiesta is celebrated every November 11th. The Basilica’s size and Baroque façade is awe inspiring. Its extraordinary structure is even more captivating with the addition of dome ceilings hand painted with intricate detail. Perhaps the most outstanding element is the illuminating altar wall made with shinning sterling silver and gold, symbolizing the sacred liberation of the tabernacle. 12:15-12:30 pm Galleria Taal Established as a photo gallery since 2009 displaying the first collection of Ginoong & Binibining Taal contestants posing in formal Filipiñana costumes. It now houses the impressive camera collection of Mr. Manny Barrion Inumerable dating back to the late 1800’s. 10 1:00-2:00 pm LUNCH Paradores Del Castillo Hotel 2:00-3:00 pm Our Lady of Caysasay Church Recently in 2012, the Vatican issued a decree granting the Caysasay Shrine the same special privilege attached to the Roman Basilica, meaning devotees who visit and pray at the Shrine are now able to receive plenary indulgence. 3:00-3:30 pm Sta. Lucia Well The sacred well, whose waters always remain at same levels, is where the original image of the Lady of Caysasay was mysteriously found in 1611 after it disappeared from the church. Situated in Aztec-like ruins, the mysterious wells have several legends about the miraculous healing powers of its sacred waters. 3:30-3:55 pm Casa Villavicencio The imposing pre-1850’s Bahay-na-Bato has original tin ceilings and canvass wall paper with Art Novueau designs. This historical home is more priceless because of the roles its owners played in the Spanish revolution. 4:00-4:30 pm SNACKS 4:30-7:00 pm Departure for DLSU Manila 7:00-8:00 pm Arrival and DINNER at Manila 8:00 pm Rest

11 DAY 7 Friday 5 August 2016

Pampanga Food and Heritage Tour

Venue: San Fernando City, Pampanga, Philippines

Dress Code: Casual Wear

The UMAP Discovery Program participants will be introduced to the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines with a particular focus on indigenous Philippine cuisine through a sumptuous food tour of the “Culinary Capital of the Philippines,” Pampanga. The tour will be interspersed with informative visits to heritage churches and local sites that showcase the art of woodcarving and furniture making. Capping the tour is a merienda cena of exotic dishes including betute (stuffed frogs), kamaru (friend mole crickets) and tapang kalabaw. For the less daring, there is hito sa buro’t mustasa (catfish with fermented rice and mustard leaves) and morcon.

The special lectures on the second day aim to enlighten students on the historical context of the Philippines and on how its centuries-old indigenous food culture developed through the intricate weaving of important moments in its colonial history.

6:00-6:30 am BREAKFAST 7:00-7:30 am Assembly & Departure for Pampanga 9:30-10:00 am SNACKS 10:00-11:30 am Bacolor Church (Church Half-Buried in Lahar from Mount Pinatubo 1991 eruption) 11:30-1:00 pm LUNCH Atching Lillian Borromeo Residence 2:00-3:00 pm Betis Church (National Cultural Treasure, fondly called “The Sistine Chapel of the Philippines” 3:00-4:00 pm Betis Craft Showroom Tour 4:00-5:30 pm Pasalubong Shopping Ocampo Lansang / Suzie’s Cuisine 5:30-6:30 pm DINNER Everybody’s Café / Bale Kapampangan 7:00 Departure for DLSU Manila 9:00 Arrival in Manila

12 DAY 8 Saturday 6 August 2016 Lecture on Philippine Cuisine and Culture Venue: Ateneo de Manila University, Katipunan, Quezon City Dress Code: Smart Casual

6:30-7:00am BREAKFAST 7:00- 8:00am Departure for Ateneo 8:00 - 8:45 am Ateneo and Campus Tour Dr. Fernando Zialcita 8:45-9:45 am Lecture 1: Philippine Cuisine Faculty, Ateneo de Manila 9:45-10:00 am SNACKS Lecture 2: Cultural Sensitivity/ Dr. Jowel Canuday 10:00-11:00 am Philippine History Faculty, Ateneo de Manila 11:00 -12:00 am Interaction and Pinoy Games 12:00 -1: 30 pm LUNCH 1:30-3:00 pm Lecture 3: Food and Art Pastillas-making 3:00-3:30 pm SNACKS Preparation for the closing 3:30-4:00pm Break time ceremony Closing Ceremony with Cultural 4:00-6:00pm Presentations 6:00-8:00pm DINNER 8:00-9:00pm Departure for DLSU Manila 9:00 pm Arrival at Taft Avenue, Manila DAY 9 Sunday 7 August 2016 Free Day Overnight at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle, Manila, Philippines

DAY 10 Monday 8 August 2016 BREAKFAST and Check out Delegates depart Manila, Philippines to their home countries

END OF PROGRAMME

13 Additional Information:

DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY Taft Avenue, Manila

De La Salle University was established in 1911 by the Catholic teaching congregation Brothers of the Christian Schools (FSC, from the Latin: Fratres Scholarum Christianarum). The De La Salle University positions itself as a leader in molding human resources who serve the church and the nation. It is a hub for higher education training renowned for its academic excellence, prolific and relevant research, and involved community service.

DLSU began its bid to become a research university in the 1990’s, steadily increasing the number of faculty members with doctorates through recruitment and faculty development. The University established the College of Law in 2009 to contribute to a heightened awareness of human rights in Philippine society and to play a critical role in human rights advocacy. After one hundred years, De La Salle University continues to be inspired by the charism of its founder, aspires to be a leading learner-centered research university, and commits itself to bridging faith and scholarship in the service of society, especially the poor.

Nestled in the heart of Manila, De La Salle University is home to local and international students seeking quality education for a brighter future. It is situated in a vibrant city where culture and diversity is well manifested.

De La Salle University is expanding the frontiers of academic excellence, continuing its legacy of path-breaking programs in a new and exciting learning environment within the urban-suburban mix of Sta. Rosa City. The DLSU Science and Technology Complex, envisions to becoming a key resource for scientific advancements and technological innovations in the country, underscoring the Lasallian tradition that integrates faith and service through knowledge generation.

14 ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City

The Ateneo de Manila University is one of the world’s most exciting communities of leaders and scholars. More than 150 years after the Jesuits returned to the Philippines the Ateneo de Manila has grown into a major Jesuit university, whose schools include a college and a graduate school, four professional schools, two basic education units, and an array of research and development centers.

The Ateneo began in1859 when the City of Manila asked the Jesuits to take over the Escuela Municipal de Manila in Intramuros. The Jesuits renamed it the Ateneo de Municipal de Manila, after the Athenœum of Ancient Rome, which embodied the spirit of academic excellence.

The Ateneo de Manila University is a fully accredited university composed of the following units of higher education: the Loyola Schools, located in Loyola Heights, Quezon City; and the Ateneo Professional Schools located at Rockwell Center, Makati City. Under the Loyola Schools are the School of Humanities, the School of Social Sciences, the School of Science and Engineering, and the John Gokongwei School of Management. Under the Professional Schools are the Ateneo Graduate School of Business, the Ateneo School of Government, the Ateneo Law School, and the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health. Throughout its history, the University has provided its students with a liberal education that is distinctly Filipino, Catholic, and Jesuit. Today, the Ateneo de Manila is a highly respected university with a commitment to academic excellence and service to God and country.

15 LYCEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITY Batangas Campus

Lyceum of the Philippines University- Batangas (LPU-B), a private tertiary educational institution located in Region IV-A (CALABARZON) is an Autonomous University, the highest recognition awarded to few tertiary educational institutions in the Philippines by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

LPU-B now enjoys the reputable image of being one of the six schools in the country with Institutional Accreditation Status awarded by the Philippines Association of Colleges and Universities- Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA). This institution has an international certification to QMS ISO 9001:2008. It also obtained Gold Award from the Investors in People (IiP). LPU-B is a recipient of the Philippines Quality Award (PQA) where right now it is one of the five schools in the country to have been granted this award by our Philippine President Benigno Aquino III.

16 MANILA TOUR

17 18 Taal is a third class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 51,503 people. Taal is famous for its old ancestral houses. Its poblacion (central business district) is designated as a National Historical Landmark. It is also known as the Balisong and Barong Tagalog Capital of the Philippines.

19 PASTOR- ACOSTA ANCESTRAL HOUSE

The oldest house in Batangas City that was built on 1883.

BASILICA MINORE DE LA INMACULADA CONCEPCION

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is a 330 year old church and one of the oldest churches in Batangas.

20 PAMPANGA TOUR